Kenmore 385. 19000 User Manual

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SECTION V CARE OF YOUR MACHINE

Care of Your Machine

CAUTION:

Before performing any of the following, make sure

that the sewing machine is unplugged from the

power source.

The Kenmore 19000 has been specifically designed and

manufactured to give you a lifetime of trouble-free

sewing. The bobbin area and hook race should be

cleaned after completion of every garment. Do not

store the machine in a high-humidity area, near a heat

radiator or in direct sunlight. Clean the outside of the

machine with a soft cloth and neutral soap. Press the

up/down needle button to raise the needle and unplug

the machine before cleaning.

♦ Cleaning the Bobbin Holder

Loose threads and dust may cause puckered stitches

and thread breakage during stitching. Check for lint

build-up after each garment is completed.

Turn off the power switch and unplug the machine.

♦

Remove the cover plate by sliding the hook cover

plate release bunon to the right.

♦

Take out the bobbin to brush out dust and lint.

(You may also use a small vacuum cleaner.)

♦

Insert the bobbin and attach the hook cover plate.

♦ Exposing the Hook Race

♦

Unplug the machine and remove the presser foot

and needle.

♦

Remove the screw on the left side of the needle

plate with the screwdriver.

♦

Remove the needle plate and take out the bobbin.

♦

Lift up the bobbin holder and remove it.